Goodbye, 2010

There's just a few hours left of 2010. I have no idea what 1910 was really like. I'm sure those alive in 2110 will have no idea what it was like to be here now. That thought really puts life in perspective. All the stupid little stuff just seems even move stupid and insignificant. And that makes me wonder why resolutions are so hard to keep for just about everyone who makes them.

Is it really so hard to get off the couch and clean your home?

Is it really so difficult to just do that 30 minute work out?

Is it really so inconvenient to just say yes when asked to do someone else a favor?

It's not. Just think about the time you waste watching tv, reading, playing video games... whatever. Your book will still be there when you're done. If you have a DVR, so will your TV show or movie.

My goals, not just for this year, but for my life in general won't be easy to accomplish. I know they are going to be a battle. I know I won't be successful right away with all of them. Sometimes I may even cheat and that's okay so long as it's not a common occurence. Some days are just bad days, but those days don't need to lead to a downward spiral. That's the most important thing I need to remember.

I'm going to keep my home cleaner. Specifically, my kitchen table. I throw everything on it. Steve does too. It's always a mess.

I'm going to become healthier. I'm going to eat less junk food. I'm going to eat more whole grains, fruits and even vegetables. I'm going to ride my bike at least 4 times a week. I'm going to actually workout too. When it gets warm again, I'm going to walk to and from work.

I'm going to read more. I'm going to read more of the classics, too.

I'm going to forgive, and move on. I'm going to control my temper. I'm going to walk away when I'm upset, and come back when I'm less emotional.

I'm going to see how long I can go without eating fast food. When I finally give in, I'm going to see if I can beat that goal the next time around and so on, until I no longer eat it at all.

I'm going to quit being lazy in the kitchen. I've already done really well, but I am going to use even less prepared items.

I'm going to blog more.

I'm going to install and start using my webcam to connect with friends and family that I am so far away from.

I'm going to build up my savings. I'm going to stop worrying about money all the time. God always provides for us. Everything always works out okay in the end.

I'm going to tell my husband how much I love and truly appreciate him more often.

I think those are some good things to get me started. Let's see how it goes! Here's to 2011!